Signal Technician - Traffic & Technology (Part-Time)

The role

The Signal Technician will provide field services and support for traffic engineers. This role involves troubleshooting traffic management systems, installing and maintaining traffic signal cabinets, and configuring controllers.

What you will do

• Handle technical questions from clients and team members
• Provide field services across diverse projects
• Troubleshoot and provide solutions for traffic management systems
• Oversee installation, turn-on, maintenance, and testing of traffic signal cabinets
• Support field operations for integration projects
• Represent the company on-site and make real-time decisions
• Assist with application engineering and estimating
• Configure traffic signal controllers for optimal performance
• Integrate devices within NEMA, CALTRANS, and ATC cabinets
• Modify traffic signal cabinets according to designs or customer requirements

Required qualifications

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team
• Familiarity with programming traffic signal controllers and analyzing signal operations
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and electronic basic principles as applied to traffic signal equipment
• Practical knowledge of fiber optic network integration for signal systems
• Ability to interpret design plans for quality assurance in traffic system installations
• Knowledge of standard traffic control procedures/guidelines relating to traffic control device installation and/or repair as set forth in the MUTCD
• Familiarity with TIA/EIA-568 for cabling standards
• Valid driver's license with a good driving history
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs

Nice to have

• 15+ years of experience in traffic signal operations including the repair and maintenance of solid-state electronics and electrical power systems
• IMSA Traffic Signal Level II certification

Benefits

• Competitive 401(k) match
• Tailored development paths
• Possibility for flexible work arrangements
• Wellness program

About the company

Olsson is an engineering and design firm that provides solutions to improve the world. They are a people-centric firm focused on being responsive, transparent, and results-oriented.